2008 Ceramics Grout Standards 
The Tile Council of North America Blog
JANUARY 29, 2014
Below, "open PINS" indicates that TCNA has notified ANSI of the intent to revise or create a standard, using the Project Initiation Notification System (PINS) form. For details regarding the status of any standard listed below, contact the ASC A108 Committee Secretary, Katelyn Simpson ( ksimpson@tcnatile.com ). Installation Standards.
Tile Talk
SEPTEMBER 3, 2013
Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. I’ll explain what grout haze is, how to correctly identify the problem, and why it occurs. Cement tiles that needs to be grouted. Efflorescence.
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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog
MARCH 19, 2012
So why is the new Green Squared standard and certification program launching at Coverings so important to the industry? The tile industry has long recognized that its products are inherently sustainable, says Bill Griese, manager of standards development and green initiatives for the Anderson, SC-based Tile Council of North America (TCNA).
Tile Talk
JANUARY 14, 2014
Cement tile is different in many respects than its more ubiquitous cousin, ceramic tile. Here are the first three: Use a very narrow grout line when installing cement tiles. Place cement tiles as close together as possible to create a very thin grout line. We recommend a 1/16” grout joint. ceramic tile.
Tile Talk
AUGUST 28, 2012
Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. ceramic tile.
Tile Talk
SEPTEMBER 25, 2012
Then the additional layers of tile are added, let to sit overnight and the grout is applied. The grout is applied and then smoothed over as an initial cleanup with a damp sponge and allowed to sit again overnight. Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set. ceramic tile. design standards.
Tile Talk
APRIL 15, 2014
Heres a great example of a pinwheel tile pattern that pairs glazed ceramic dots with large ceramic tiles in a matte finish. Decorative 1" ceramic tiles, referred to as dots, can be paired with 4" plain white tile. Decorative 1" ceramic tile dots are paired here with 4" plain blue tile. See More Tile Layout Patterns.
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